War of 1812 lecture series at Old State House in October 2022
Three-part series explores America’s second war with Great Britain.
What it’s like to work in Delaware history
Do you love Delaware history? If you’ve ever considered working in the field, a job, internship or volunteering opportunity with the Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs may be the perfect fit for you!
Winner of 2021 New Castle photo contest announced
Second annual contest challenged amateur photographers to submit images of what makes Delaware’s first capital city unique.
Zwaanendael Maritime Celebration: ‘A Sailor’s Life for Me’ in Lewes, Del. over the 2017 Memorial Day weekend
Event provides visitors with an opportunity to experience seafaring lives of adventure, romance, excitement and hardships, and to honor mariners who made the ultimate sacrifice.
Zwaanendael Maritime Celebration: ‘A Sailor’s Life for Me’ on May 25, 2019
Daylong series of activities exploring the adventure, romance, excitement and hardships experienced by seafarers.
Zwaanendael Museum announces winners of its ‘Uniquely Lewes’ photo contest
Contest challenged amateur photographers to submit images of what makes Lewes unique.
Zwaanendael Museum seeks plastic recyclables
Donated plastic will be used to offset the purchase price of a recycled-plastic bench.
Zwaanendael Museum to host ‘Mysteries of History’ tours in October 2022
Walking tours explore the darker and more unusual aspects of Lewes, Delaware history.
Zwaanendael Museum to offer tours of the British warship DeBraak
Tours explore the surviving hull section of an 18th-century shipwreck.
Zwaanendael Museum’s Beth Gott retires after 30 years of service
Employee helped develop many of the programs now in use at the museum.
Zwaanendael named best museum in Sussex County
Coastal Style Magazine’s Best of 2021 celebrates the finest museums, programs and services that the Eastern Shore has to offer.